CVE-2019-9879
UnknownEPSS 46.61%
Last modified
CVE-2019-9879 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The WPGraphQL 0.2.3 plugin for WordPress allows remote attackers to register a new user with admin privileges, whenever new user registrations are allowed. This is related to the registerUser mutation.. EPSS estimates a 46.61% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The WPGraphQL 0.2.3 plugin for WordPress allows remote attackers to register a new user with admin privileges, whenever new user registrations are allowed. This is related to the registerUser mutation.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wpengine | Wpgraphql | 0.2.3 |
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/153025/WordPress-WPGraphQL-0.2.3-Authentication-Bypass-Information-Disclosure.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://github.com/pentestpartners/snippets/blob/master/wp-graphql0.2.3_exploit.pyExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/wp-graphql/wp-graphql/releases/tag/v0.3.0Release Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/9282Vendor Advisory
- https://www.pentestpartners.com/security-blog/pwning-wordpress-graphql/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/153025/WordPress-WPGraphQL-0.2.3-Authentication-Bypass-Information-Disclosure.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://github.com/pentestpartners/snippets/blob/master/wp-graphql0.2.3_exploit.pyExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/wp-graphql/wp-graphql/releases/tag/v0.3.0Release Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/9282Vendor Advisory
- https://www.pentestpartners.com/security-blog/pwning-wordpress-graphql/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-9879?
The WPGraphQL 0.2.3 plugin for WordPress allows remote attackers to register a new user with admin privileges, whenever new user registrations are allowed. This is related to the registerUser mutation.
How severe is CVE-2019-9879?
Severity scoring for CVE-2019-9879 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 46.61% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-9879?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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